Several kilometers of the Moroccan coast are still totally wild. No tourist infrastructure, nothing. Just vast expanses of unspoiled beaches that can still be claimed before they are transformed into resorts. I love discovering (sometimes quite by chance) the wild beaches of Morocco knowing that they are increasingly rare given the tourist development that the country is experiencing. Some are famous, others don’t even have a name. Here is my selection of the most beautiful wild beaches in Morocco on the Atlantic and the Mediterranean.

1 Dragon Island Beach in Dakhla:

own desert island It stands like a mirage in the middle of the lagoon of Dakhla where the Sahara desert meets the Atlantic Ocean in the great south of Morocco. Dragon Island, which takes its name from its shape reminiscent of a prone dragon, is bordered by white sand beaches and turquoise water. It almost feels like parachuting onto a tropical island in the Caribbean. From the top of the rocky promontory, one can admire the beauty of the 360 ​​panorama over the bay of Rio de Oro on one side and the waves of the Atlantic Ocean on the other. The white sandbanks of the lagoon form a kind of oil painting in different shades of blue. It’s spectacular! For me, it is certainly THE most beautiful wild beach in Morocco.

2 Puerto Rico beach in Dakhla:

bivouac in the Sahara By driving on the only path that runs along the coast south of Dakhla towards Mauritania, traces of civilization are gradually disappearing. It feels a bit like a “no man’s land”, with villages that seem abandoned, then nothing, just military posts and road signs indicating the next border towns. And then around a bend, you find yourself on a superb stretch of white sand, a wild beach called Puerto Rico. There is no one there that day, yet it was the middle of August. This wild beach is a meeting place for migrating birds and its isolated location makes it an excellent place for Saharan bivouac camping.

3 Legzira red beach in Sidi Ifni:

Dramatic sunsets The Legzira beach in Sidi Ifni does not seem so wild at first glance. It is accessed by descending 200 steps from the tourist complex which (unfortunately) has taken over the place. But you only need to step away from the resort to find yourself alone in the world in front of majestic cliffs that drop into the ocean. The tides have hollowed out several arches in the rock, the ocher color of which is sublimated at sunset. The wild Legzira beach is particularly popular with surfers who come to confront its regular rollers. Hikers, for their part, are happy to explore the crevices and caves revealed in the low marsh.

4 Guelmin white beach:

4×4 excursions In the list of the most beautiful wild beaches in Morocco, I must mention the white beach of Guelmim, on the coastal road that connects Agadir to Tan Tan, the longest and wildest beach in Morocco. What is nicknamed the playa blanca, is a gigantic expanse of white sand dunes located in the heart of an ecological park of 250 km² facing the Canary Islands. The region offers exceptional landscapes, desert and sea, mountains, oases, kasbahs and small fishing villages. During our visit to Guelmim, we only saw the white beach from a distance. Our little car didn’t allow us to tackle the bumpy tracks to get there. Moreover, the sand dunes of the white beach are a real playground for lovers of 4×4 excursions. Contact a former champion of the Aicha des gazelles trophy at Ksar Tafnidilt to organize a 4×4 excursion on the white beach of Guelmim.

5 wild beaches of the Cap des Trois Fourches in Nador:

The road to the Cap des Trois Fourches in Nador winds through dramatic landscapes of cliffs and wild beaches. It really reminded me of the Great Ocean Road in Australia. At the end of the road, gigantic arms of volcanic and limestone rocks sink into the Mediterranean Sea like an African hand reaching out towards Europe. The panorama from the top of the Cap des Trois Fourches lighthouse is breathtaking. In this world cut off from the world, the only sign of civilization is the village of Tibouda, a fishing town located on the wild beach of Tibouda. The wild Charrana beach not far away is a small secluded cove with sparkling turquoise waters that invite you to swim. The wild Carra Blanca beach is a very popular scuba diving spot in Morocco.

6 Wild beach Sid el Bachir in Saidia:

seaside pleasures without the crowds In Saidia, the most popular Moroccan seaside resort in the Mediterranean, much of the coastline has been disfigured by concrete. But some wild beaches have escaped major real estate projects. This is particularly the case with the Sid el Bachir beach accessible through an unspecified track. The vertiginous cliffs that surround the beach give it that mysterious air of unknown territory. Other secluded ‘unnamed’ wild beaches can be found all along the coast of the Oriental region. You just have to roll down the window and kindly ask the locals for advice.

7 Wild beaches between Mirleft and Sidi Ifni:

Surf and good life The coast between the small villages of Mirleft and Sidi Ifni is one of those little hidden corners that surfers jealously keep secret. Beach break and Point break are practically available all year round on the beaches of Sidi El Ouafi, Tabograichte, Imin Targa, Tamahroucht, or the most popular Sidi Mohammed Ben Abdellah. Some wild beaches are almost impossible to find without the help of locals and can only be accessed through tracks.

8 Tafedna wild beach in Essaouira:

A small haven of peace In the Essaouira region it is windy all year round, making it the perfect place to indulge in water sports such as kitesurfing and windsurfing. In the region of Agadir, it’s summer all year round, the opportunity to stock up on vitamin D. Between the two cities, wild beaches abound, and as I can’t choose my favorite , I cheat a bit and include several 🙂 Around Essaouira, I have a weakness for Tafedna beach, a small haven of peace, and for Imessouane beach, a real El Dorado for surfers hippies. The beaches of Diabat and Sidi Kaouki offer great opportunities for horseback riding (or why not on camel back). In the Agadir region, I prefer to stay north of the city around Taghazout and Aourir rather than piling up like a sardine with the thousands of tourists who invade Agadir beach.

9 Wild beaches between Tangier and Assilah:

Spoiled for choice The national road which connects Tangier to Assilah is full of wild beaches. It is quite easy to find your little quiet spot to plant your parasol on the long stretches of golden sand of the Atlantic coast, starting with the beaches of Achkar and Bel kassem near Tangier to Las Cuevas, Briyech or Sidi Mghayt near of Assilah. Do not miss the superb panorama from the top of Cape Spartel and the magnificent views of Perdicaris Park in Tangier!

10 Dalia Beach in Tangier:

Affected by Tangier families, Dalia beach seduces with its wide banks of fine sand and its turquoise (and very cold) waters on the Mediterranean coast. Above all, avoid going there in July-August during school holidays, when the wild beach becomes a real playground for holidaymakers. Jetskis, trumpolines, inflatable slides and DJs disturb the charm of the place.

Taroudant is also called the “Grandmother of Marrakech,” it is advanced as the alternate place to the former capital of Saadian. It is a vast rural hinterland where there is a limited role of tourism in the local economy. But the people who visit this city are happy to talk with the inhabitants and get attracted by attractions of this place.

LOCATION:

It is an excellent city in Morocco. Taroudant is present in the eastern part of Agadir, situated in the vicinity of Sous Valley. The Almoravides occupied the town in 1056. It is in the southern part or scenic south of Morocco. You can prefer traveling to the road that leads to Ouarzazate, and finally, you can get your destination to Sahara desert.

ACTIVITIES TO DO IN TAROUDANT

The activities you can do at Taroudant are as follows:

GO TO THE LAKE AT TAROUDANT MAROC

Nowadays, there is a Moroccan feel of a small and tiny market town in the city. There is one route to the lake at Taroudant Moroc. You will explore this place to be quiet and calm. Enjoy the serenity and peacefulness of this lake. If you find yourself worn down, you can go there for relaxation, as it is a great and clean place.

PAY A VISIT TO PALAIS CLAUDIO BRAVO CAMUS

As explained earlier, the city is renowned as the grandmother of Marrakech. For a few reasons, the town is only a small version of it. You can have a look at the markets nearby that are small in size. Learn about the history of the fantastic place of Palais Claudio Bravo Camus. You can also have a look at the area and the inhabitants of Taroudant.

BAKE BREAD TAFARNOUT

The old people of the Taroudant learned how to bake bread. The bread of this town is called Tafarnout. It is considered a different bread that is baked close to the ground in a hot furnace. The Moroccans dip the dough in the Argan oil. You can taste this bread, and you will find this taste nowhere.

STAY AT VILLA PALAIS MANDARINE

As the city Taroudant is known for its numerous local crafts, it involves the Arabian carpets and jewelry present all over the town. The same local arts are also present in the Villa Palais Madarine. Prefer to see its culture, and you can spend the whole day here because it is an excellent place in Taroudant.

CLIMB THE MOUNTAIN RANGE OF TOUBKAL

As the town became the capital, the Portuguese in Agadir made this place a base for attacking and defending. There is also present a big mountain range of Toubkal. After some time, they announced the Marrakech the central and main capital. You can climb onto Toubkal Mountain to enjoy the beautiful sceneries all around and soak the view of the mountain.
In short, your visit to the city Taroudant of Morocco can be great if you want to explore the history, culture, and attractions.

MHamid El Ghizlane is a village of Morocco present in the Zagora region. It is involved in one of the two places from where the Sahara desert starts; the other one is Merzouga. M’Hamid el Ghizlan is 98 km away from Zagora, receives fewer tourists as compared to Merzouga. It involves a drive of about 5 hours from Ouarzazate and 7 to 8 hours from Marrakech.

ALL ABOUT M’HAMID EL GHIZLANE

Mhamid El Ghizlane is present next to the significant oasis; it intersects its way to the vast desert of Sahara. The area of this place was significant as Sidi Khalil where the trade caravans assembled before going to other destinations and Timbuktu.
Mhamid El Ghizlane is also called Bounou; once a developing village made up of a mixture of local Hassani tributes, Local Drawa, and local Ait Atta Berbers.

WHAT TO DO IN MHAMID?

As Mhamid El Ghizlane is a small village, but you can do here the following things.

SEE LIFE OF LOCAL INHABITANTS

The villages of Ezouaya, Oulad Mhaya, and Oulad Youssef, as compared to others, are distributed all along the oasis. The inhabitants can go anywhere in the village on foot and motorbikes are renowned too. For the transportation of products and goods, there is a diversity of donkey carts that are in use nowadays.

HAVE A FEEL OF ENVIRONMENT

The environment here is both fragile as well as harsh. You are encouraged to check the scarcity of water in the village. The taps went dry by the early noon on numerous days in the past times. It creates a severe disappointment to the inhabitants. You can prefer swimming pools present in some hotels if you want to enjoy swimming.

CAMPING IN THE DESERT

If you want to see desert life, you can start camping in the desert and see what it is like to live in a desert. Bring the essentials with you before you initiate as the weather is hot during the day while cold at night time.

TRIP TO DESERT

You can explore the desert while going on foot or also prefer trekking on camels. The expeditions to the high dunes are also famous. The Camel trekking provides a fantastic experience. Before the sunrise, you can jump up to the dunes to watch the incredible views of the sun that is rising around the desert.

PAY A VISIT TO THE MOSQUE

In the town, there is a mosque present, but it is not open for the non-Muslims as compared to the other mosques in Morocco. A Kasbah is situated approximately two kilometers away out of the village on the road. The black Africans occupied the Kasbah who came here millions of years ago from Mali.
You can reach MHamid El Ghizlane by car or a bus. Your trip will be memorable when you pass through the open desert, regional center of Zagora, and small villages all around.